Raptor 4x4
Reference: RAP-12151
Shocks
Front Shock Absorber Lift +40 mm (1.5") Raptor 4x4 Nissan Terrano I/II, Ford Maverick I
Raptor 4x4 front shock absorber specified for a +40 mm (1.5") lift on the Nissan Terrano I and II and the Ford Maverick I. A twin-acting oil/gas design with a Medium Load rating gives a quicker response to suspension movement and a workable balance between road and trail comfort. Price is per piece.
Front Shock Absorber Lift +40 mm (1.5") Raptor 4x4 – Nissan Terrano I/II and Ford Maverick I
Once the vehicle sits 40 mm higher, the factory front damper is no longer the right tool. Its stroke is too short, it operates at the wrong end of its range and it heats up quickly – and heat is exactly when damping fades, usually on corrugations or a run of ruts.
This unit is built for that ride height. A twin-acting oil/gas design responds faster to suspension movement, and the Medium Load rating is chosen so the vehicle still steers properly on tarmac without falling apart off it.
MATCHED TO LIFT +40 mm (1.5") | DESIGN twin-acting oil/gas | QUANTITY 1 piece |
Key benefits
- Stroke matched to a +40 mm lift keeps the damper working in the middle of its range rather than at the limits, which means predictable damping and less risk of destroying the unit.
- Oil/gas construction limits foaming during rapid repeated hits, so damping does not disappear after a few hundred metres of washboard.
- Twin-acting valving controls both compression and rebound, so the vehicle does not throw the wheel back out after an obstacle.
- Medium Load rating – the manufacturer specifies it as suitable for any type of vehicle use.
- Quicker response to suspension movement, tuned for comfort both on and off the road.
Technical data
- Manufacturer: Raptor 4x4 (catalogue code 12151)
- Position: front axle
- Matched to lift: +40 mm (+4 cm, 1.5 inch)
- Design: twin-acting, mixed oil/gas
- Rating: Medium Load
- Weight: 1 kg
- Quantity: 1 piece
- Fitment: Nissan Terrano I (1988–1995), Terrano II (1995–2005) and Ford Maverick I
Who it is for: Terranos and Mavericks running a +40 mm lift on factory or simply worn-out front dampers. It is also the natural choice if you are building the suspension piece by piece rather than buying a complete kit.
Fitting notes
Dampers are replaced in pairs – one new and one worn unit on the same axle gives different damping left and right, which shows up under braking and in corners. Order two for a complete front axle. While you are there, check the mounting bushings and bump stops, because after a lift they work in a different range than standard.
Why it is worth it
- It is designed for a specific lift height rather than being a stock replacement forced onto a raised vehicle.
- Oil/gas construction copes better with long rough sections than a plain oil damper.
- Raptor 4x4 offers matching +40 mm springs for the same models, making a coherent suspension build straightforward.
If you are assembling a +40 mm Terrano lift step by step, this damper is where the front axle starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the price for one piece?
Yes. This is a single front shock absorber weighing 1 kg. A complete front axle needs two.
What lift height is it for?
For a +40 mm (4 cm, roughly 1.5 inch) suspension lift.
What type of damper is it?
A twin-acting unit of mixed oil/gas construction, with a Medium Load rating.
Which vehicles does it fit?
Nissan Terrano I (1988–1995) and Terrano II (1995–2005), plus the Ford Maverick I.
Is it suitable for everyday road use?
Yes. The manufacturer describes this rating as universal, suited to any type of vehicle use, and the product page emphasises the on-road/off-road comfort balance.
